Afghanistan: Narcotics and U.S. Policy

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This report describes the structure and development of the narcotics trade in Afghanistan and explores its relevance to Afghan, U.S., and international security interests, including the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the United States make a long term commitment to the stability and security of Afghanistan. The
report provides current statistical information on the opium trade, profiles its various participants, explores alleged narco-terrorist linkages, and reviews the U.S. and international policy response since late 2001. The report also considers current policy debates regarding the role of the U.S. military in future counternarcotics
operations in Afghanistan; planned opium poppy eradication; and funding issues for Congress.
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Location(s): Afghanistan
Creation Date: December 7, 2004
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Congressional Research Service Reports
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Creator (Author):
Blanchard, Christopher M.
Afghanistan: Narcotics and U.S. Policy
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Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division
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Place of Publication: Washington D.C., USA
Original Creation Date: December 7, 2004
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Afghanistan
Description:

This report describes the structure and development of the narcotics trade in Afghanistan and explores its relevance to Afghan, U.S., and international security interests, including the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the United States make a long term commitment to the stability and security of Afghanistan. The
report provides current statistical information on the opium trade, profiles its various participants, explores alleged narco-terrorist linkages, and reviews the U.S. and international policy response since late 2001. The report also considers current policy debates regarding the role of the U.S. military in future counternarcotics
operations in Afghanistan; planned opium poppy eradication; and funding issues for Congress.
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35 pages.
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Resource Type: Report
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Access: Public